How Long Does It Take to Receive Wedding Photos and Videos in Kenya?

One of the most common questions couples ask after their wedding is:

How long will it take to receive our wedding photos and videos?

After months of planning, the wedding day can pass incredibly quickly. Once the celebrations are over, couples naturally want to see the photographs, watch the speeches, relive the ceremony and share their wedding memories with family and friends.

The answer depends on the wedding photography and videography package, number of photos, number of cameras, complexity of editing, type of wedding film, number of locations and the photographer or videographer’s post-production workflow.

As a general guide, wedding photographs in Kenya may take anywhere from several days to several weeks, while a professionally edited cinematic wedding film can take approximately 2 to 8 weeks depending on the project.

Some photographers offer sneak-peek images within 24–72 hours, while full wedding galleries may take two to six weeks. Wedding videos generally require more post-production and can take several weeks, particularly when the package includes a cinematic highlight film, full ceremony, full reception, colour grading, audio editing, drone footage and multiple-camera footage.

Janeson takes a faster-delivery approach and currently offers delivery of edited wedding photos and videos within seven days after the wedding, depending on the selected package and agreed deliverables.

This article explains wedding photography turnaround times in Kenya, wedding video delivery times, sneak peeks, cinematic wedding films, editing timelines and what couples should ask their wedding photographer or videographer before booking.

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Quick Answer: How Long Does It Take to Receive Wedding Photos and Videos in Kenya?

A typical wedding photography and videography timeline can look like this:

Deliverable	Typical Delivery Time
Sneak-peek wedding photos	24–72 hours
Small preview gallery	2–7 days
Highlight wedding photos	1–2 weeks
Complete edited wedding gallery	2–6 weeks
Wedding teaser video	3–14 days
Wedding highlight film	1–4 weeks
Full wedding video	2–8 weeks
Cinematic wedding film	4–8+ weeks
Printed wedding album	4–12 weeks
Raw footage	Depends on package

These are general industry ranges rather than guaranteed deadlines.

The important thing is to establish the delivery timeline before your wedding day.

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How Long Does It Take to Receive Wedding Photos in Kenya?

For a full wedding photography package, couples should generally expect the complete edited gallery to take approximately 2–6 weeks, depending on the photographer and package.

However, this can vary considerably.

A wedding photographer may photograph:

• Bridal preparations
• Groom preparations
• Ceremony
• Family portraits
• Couple portraits
• Reception
• Speeches
• Dinner
• Cake cutting
• First dance
• Dancing
• Evening celebrations

This can result in hundreds or thousands of photographs.

The photographer then has to:

1. Back up the photographs
2. Organize the files
3. Review the images
4. Remove duplicates and unusable images
5. Select the strongest photographs
6. Colour-correct the images
7. Retouch selected photographs
8. Export the final images
9. Upload the gallery
10. Deliver the final files

This is why receiving all the wedding photos immediately after the wedding is generally unrealistic unless you have specifically booked an expedited service.

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How Long Does It Take to Receive Wedding Videos in Kenya?

Wedding videos normally take longer than photographs.

A typical professionally edited wedding video may take 2–8 weeks depending on the complexity of the production.

Wedding videographers may need to work with:

• Multiple cameras
• Multiple memory cards
• Hours of footage
• Separate audio recordings
• Wireless microphones
• Ceremony audio
• Reception speeches
• Music
• Drone footage
• Gimbal footage
• Interviews
• B-roll
• Multiple locations

The editor then has to synchronize the footage and audio, select the strongest moments, build the story, colour-grade the footage, mix the audio and render the final films.

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Why Do Wedding Videos Take Longer Than Wedding Photos?

This is one of the most important things couples should understand.

Photography involves selecting and editing individual images.

Videography involves assembling thousands of moving images and multiple audio sources into a coherent story.

For example, a wedding video editor may need to synchronize:

Camera 1

Camera 2

Camera 3

Drone footage

Gimbal footage

Wireless microphone

Venue audio

Music

Speeches

Ambient sound

into one finished production.

The editor then needs to create a story from that material.

That takes considerably more time than exporting photographs.

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How Long Does It Take to Receive Wedding Sneak Peek Photos?

Many photographers offer a wedding sneak peek before the complete gallery is ready.

A sneak peek can contain approximately:

• 10 photos
• 20 photos
• 30 photos
• 50 photos
• More, depending on the photographer

These photographs are usually selected from the strongest moments of the wedding.

A sneak peek may be delivered within:

24 hours

48 hours

or

2–7 days

after the wedding.

This allows couples to share some of their favourite photographs on:

• Instagram
• Facebook
• WhatsApp
• TikTok
• Family groups

without waiting for the entire gallery.

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Can I Get Wedding Photos Within 24 Hours?

Yes.

Some wedding photographers offer 24-hour wedding photo delivery, particularly for a selected number of images.

This is generally an expedited service rather than the normal delivery of the complete wedding gallery.

For example, a photographer may deliver:

50 edited photographs within 24 hours

and then deliver the complete gallery later.

If you want photographs immediately after your wedding, ask specifically for:

24-hour wedding photography delivery

rather than simply asking whether the photographer offers “fast delivery.”

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Can I Receive All My Wedding Photos the Next Day?

Technically possible, but it depends on the package and editing workflow.

A complete wedding gallery may contain hundreds or thousands of photographs.

Delivering everything the following day requires:

• Rapid culling
• Fast editing
• Powerful computers
• Efficient file management
• High-speed internet
• Additional editing resources
• Prioritized post-production

Some photographers offer expedited wedding galleries for an additional fee.

However, if quality is more important than speed, allowing the photographer adequate editing time is generally preferable.

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How Long Does Wedding Photo Editing Take?

The editing process can take several stages.

Stage 1: Backup

The photographer backs up the original files.

Stage 2: Culling

Unusable images are removed.

This may include:

• Blinks
• Duplicate images
• Missed focus
• Accidental shots
• Poor expressions
• Test photographs

Stage 3: Selection

The strongest images are selected.

Stage 4: Colour Correction

The photographer adjusts:

• Exposure
• White balance
• Contrast
• Highlights
• Shadows
• Skin tones
• Colours

Stage 5: Retouching

Selected photographs may receive additional retouching.

Stage 6: Export

The photographs are exported into the required format.

Stage 7: Upload

The gallery is uploaded to a private online gallery or cloud storage.

This entire workflow takes time.

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How Long Does It Take to Edit a Wedding Video?

Wedding video editing is considerably more complex.

A videographer may return from one wedding with hundreds of gigabytes of footage.

The editor must:

Organize footage

Separate footage by camera and location.

Synchronize cameras

Match multiple camera angles.

Synchronize audio

Match microphones and venue audio with the video.

Select clips

Find the strongest moments.

Build the story

Create a narrative from the wedding.

Edit speeches

Remove unnecessary pauses and technical problems where appropriate.

Edit music

Synchronize music with the visual story.

Colour grade

Create a consistent cinematic appearance.

Mix audio

Balance:

• Voices
• Music
• Ambient sound
• Ceremony audio
• Speeches

Add graphics

This may include:

• Names
• Dates
• Locations
• Titles

Export

Create the final high-resolution video.

Upload

Upload the finished video for delivery.

This is why professional wedding video editing can take several weeks.

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How Long Does a Wedding Highlight Video Take?

A wedding highlight video is usually much shorter than the full wedding film.

A highlight might be:

• 3 minutes
• 5 minutes
• 7 minutes
• 10 minutes

Because the video is shorter, it can often be delivered earlier.

A common target is approximately:

1–4 weeks

depending on the editing requirements.

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How Long Does a Full Wedding Film Take?

A full wedding film can take approximately:

2–8 weeks

depending on:

• Number of cameras
• Hours of footage
• Length of final film
• Number of ceremonies
• Number of locations
• Audio complexity
• Editing style
• Colour grading
• Revisions

A simple wedding film may be completed relatively quickly.

A cinematic documentary-style wedding film involving multiple ceremonies and several days of coverage can take significantly longer.

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How Long Does It Take to Receive Wedding Drone Footage?

Drone footage normally becomes part of the overall video editing process.

The drone footage itself may be available relatively quickly, but the final edited aerial sequences will normally be incorporated into:

• Highlight film
• Wedding trailer
• Full wedding film
• Cinematic wedding documentary

Drone footage can require additional processing and colour matching so that it looks consistent with the camera footage.

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How Long Does It Take to Receive a Wedding Album?

Physical wedding albums usually take longer than digital photographs.

After the couple selects photographs, the album may need to go through:

1. Image selection
2. Album design
3. Client approval
4. Design revisions
5. Printing
6. Binding
7. Quality control
8. Delivery

A physical wedding album may therefore take several additional weeks after the digital photographs have been delivered.

Ask your photographer whether album production is included in the package and how long the album takes after approval.

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What Is the Difference Between a Wedding Sneak Peek and the Full Gallery?

A sneak peek is a small selection of photographs delivered shortly after the wedding.

A full gallery contains the complete collection of professionally edited photographs included in your package.

For example:

Sneak Peek

20–50 photographs

Delivered within 24–72 hours.

Full Gallery

500–1,500+ edited photographs

Delivered within several weeks.

The exact number depends on the photographer, coverage duration and package.

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What Is the Difference Between a Wedding Teaser, Highlight and Full Film?

These terms can sometimes be confusing.

Wedding Teaser

Usually very short.

Often:

15–60 seconds

Designed primarily for social media.

Wedding Highlight

Usually:

3–10 minutes

Focuses on the most emotional and visually significant moments.

Full Wedding Film

Can be:

30 minutes to several hours

depending on the package.

It may include:

• Ceremony
• Speeches
• Reception
• Interviews
• Special moments

Before booking, ask exactly what your package means by “wedding video.”

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Does a More Expensive Wedding Photography Package Mean Faster Delivery?

Not necessarily.

A premium package may include:

• More photographers
• More videographers
• Drone coverage
• More cameras
• Albums
• Longer coverage
• Cinematic editing
• Additional deliverables

However, more footage can actually increase the editing workload.

Some premium packages do include priority or expedited delivery, but this should be explicitly stated in the contract.

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What Factors Affect Wedding Photo and Video Delivery Time?

Several factors influence turnaround time.

1. Number of photographs

A larger gallery takes longer to process.

2. Number of cameras

More cameras mean more footage.

3. Number of videographers

Multiple videographers create more material to synchronize and edit.

4. Wedding duration

A 6-hour wedding is easier to process than a 16-hour wedding.

5. Number of ceremonies

A wedding involving:

• Traditional ceremony
• Civil ceremony
• Church ceremony
• Reception

can generate significantly more material.

6. Number of locations

Moving between Nairobi, church, hotel and reception venue adds complexity.

7. Editing style

Basic editing is faster than cinematic post-production.

8. Drone footage

Additional footage means additional editing.

9. Audio

Professional multi-source audio requires synchronization and mixing.

10. Client revisions

If the couple requests significant changes, delivery can take longer.

11. Wedding season

During busy wedding periods, editing queues can become longer.

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Does Wedding Season Affect Delivery Time in Kenya?

Yes.

During periods when many weddings are taking place, photographers and videographers may have several weddings being processed simultaneously.

This can increase turnaround time.

If your wedding takes place during a particularly busy period, ask:

What is your guaranteed delivery timeline for my wedding?

Do not assume that the delivery time advertised during a quiet period will necessarily be the same during peak season.

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What Happens If the Photographer Is Late Delivering the Photos?

Your contract should ideally state:

• Expected delivery date
• Deliverables
• Delivery method
• Revision process
• Album timeline
• Video timeline

If delivery time is important to you, ask the photographer to include the agreed turnaround in the contract.

For example:

Sneak peek: within 72 hours

Full photo gallery: within 14 days

Highlight film: within 14 days

Full wedding film: within 30 days

This creates clear expectations.

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Should Wedding Photography and Videography Have the Same Delivery Time?

Not necessarily.

Photography is generally faster.

For example:

Photos: 1–4 weeks

Highlight video: 1–4 weeks

Full wedding film: 3–8 weeks

The exact timeline depends on the supplier.

A photographer may complete your photographs while the videographer is still editing the full wedding film.

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Can I Request Rush Wedding Photo and Video Delivery?

Yes.

Some wedding photography and videography companies offer rush delivery.

This may involve:

• Priority editing
• Additional editing staff
• Weekend editing
• Same-day previews
• 24-hour photo delivery
• Express video editing

Rush delivery may cost more.

If you need the photographs for:

• A honeymoon announcement
• Social media
• Thank-you cards
• Media publication
• Family events
• Anniversary planning

tell your photographer before the wedding.

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How Much Does Rush Wedding Photo and Video Editing Cost?

There is no universal price.

Rush editing can depend on:

• How quickly you need the files
• Number of photographs
• Length of video
• Editing complexity
• Number of deliverables
• Existing editing workload

A photographer may charge a fixed rush fee, while another may offer expedited delivery only for premium packages.

Ask for the rush-delivery price before the wedding, not after.

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Should I Choose a Photographer Based on Delivery Speed?

Delivery speed is important, but it should not be the only factor.

A wedding photographer should also be evaluated on:

• Photography quality
• Experience
• Lighting
• Composition
• Editing
• Reliability
• Communication
• Backup systems
• Equipment
• Wedding-day professionalism

Similarly, a videographer should be evaluated on:

• Cinematography
• Audio
• Storytelling
• Editing
• Colour grading
• Camera systems
• Stabilization
• Drone capability
• Reliability

A photographer who delivers beautiful photographs in three weeks may be a better choice than someone who promises next-day delivery but produces lower-quality work.

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What Should I Ask a Wedding Photographer About Delivery?

Before booking, ask:

1. How long will the photos take?
2. How many photos will I receive?
3. Are all delivered photographs edited?
4. Do you provide sneak peeks?
5. How quickly are sneak peeks delivered?
6. Do you offer rush delivery?
7. Is rush delivery included?
8. How are the photos delivered?
9. Will I receive an online gallery?
10. Will I receive high-resolution files?
11. Are photos provided on a flash drive?
12. Are albums included?
13. How long does album production take?
14. Are revisions available?
15. What happens if delivery is delayed?

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What Should I Ask a Wedding Videographer About Delivery?

Ask:

1. How long does the wedding video take?
2. When will the teaser be delivered?
3. When will the highlight film be delivered?
4. When will the full wedding film be delivered?
5. How long is the final film?
6. Is the ceremony included?
7. Are speeches included?
8. Is drone footage included?
9. How many cameras will be used?
10. Will the audio be professionally recorded?
11. Is colour grading included?
12. Is music licensing included?
13. Are social-media versions included?
14. Is 4K delivery available?
15. Is raw footage available?
16. How will the final videos be delivered?

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How Does Janeson Deliver Wedding Photos and Videos?

Janeson provides wedding photography and videography in Kenya, combining professional photography, cinematography and post-production.

Janeson’s wedding photography and videography service is designed around efficient post-production and fast delivery.

Depending on the package, wedding coverage can include:

• Wedding photography
• Wedding videography
• Multiple cameras
• 4K video
• Professional audio
• Gimbal stabilization
• Drone coverage
• Cinematic editing
• Edited photographs
• Wedding highlight films
• Full wedding videos
• Photobooks
• Digital delivery

The exact deliverables and delivery timeline should always be confirmed in the quotation and contract.

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Why Does Janeson Focus on Fast Wedding Photo and Video Delivery?

Wedding memories are often most valuable when they are still fresh.

Couples want to:

• Share their wedding photographs
• Send photos to family
• Post on social media
• Share their wedding film
• Thank guests
• Announce their marriage
• Preserve their memories

Fast delivery allows couples to enjoy and share the content sooner.

However, fast delivery should not mean sacrificing quality.

The objective is to combine:

Professional photography + cinematic videography + professional editing + efficient delivery.

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What Is the Best Wedding Photo and Video Delivery Timeline?

For most couples, a practical delivery structure is:

Within 24–72 hours

Wedding sneak peek

10–50 edited photographs.

Within 7–14 days

Main photo gallery

Professionally edited wedding photographs.

Within 7–21 days

Wedding teaser or highlight film

Short cinematic video for sharing.

Within 2–6 weeks

Full wedding film

Complete edited wedding video.

Within 4–12 weeks

Physical wedding album

Depending on design, approval and printing.

This is a practical framework, but individual photographers and videographers may offer different timelines.

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Can You Get Same-Day Wedding Photos and Videos in Kenya?

Yes.

Same-day wedding content is possible, but it normally requires a dedicated workflow.

A same-day service may involve:

• Dedicated photographer
• Dedicated editor
• On-site editing
• Fast file transfer
• Pre-selected editing style
• Immediate export

The final product may be:

• Same-day teaser
• Same-day slideshow
• Same-day social media photographs
• Short wedding highlight

Same-day delivery is different from receiving the complete professionally edited wedding gallery and full wedding film on the wedding day.

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What Is Same-Day Wedding Editing?

Same-day editing means that selected photographs or video clips are edited during the wedding and delivered before the event ends.

For example:

Wedding ceremony

↓

Photographer captures images

↓

Editor selects and edits photographs

↓

Photos displayed at reception

This can be a fantastic feature for weddings where the couple wants guests to see photographs from earlier parts of the day during the reception.

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How Many Wedding Photos Should I Expect?

There is no universal number.

Depending on the coverage, a wedding photographer may deliver:

• 300 photographs
• 500 photographs
• 800 photographs
• 1,000 photographs
• 1,500+ photographs

The number depends on:

• Hours of coverage
• Number of photographers
• Wedding size
• Number of ceremonies
• Number of locations
• Package

More photographs do not necessarily mean better photography.

A professionally curated gallery should prioritize strong, meaningful and technically good photographs.

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How Long Should a Wedding Video Be?

Again, there is no universal answer.

A package might include:

Social Media Teaser

30–60 seconds

Cinematic Highlight

3–10 minutes

Feature Wedding Film

15–45 minutes

Full Wedding Documentation

1–3+ hours

The best length depends on what you want the video to accomplish.

A cinematic highlight is designed to tell the emotional story.

A full wedding film is designed to preserve more of the actual event.

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Why You Should Agree on Delivery Time Before Your Wedding

One of the most common mistakes couples make is discussing:

• Price
• Number of photographers
• Number of cameras
• Coverage hours

but forgetting to discuss delivery.

Before signing, make sure your contract states:

What will be delivered?

How many photographs?

How many videos?

What resolution?

When will they be delivered?

How will they be delivered?

Are albums included?

Are raw files included?

Are revisions included?

Is rush delivery available?

This prevents misunderstandings after the wedding.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wedding Photo and Video Delivery in Kenya

How long does it take to receive wedding photos in Kenya?

Wedding photos can take anywhere from several days to several weeks. A common timeframe for a complete edited gallery is approximately 2–6 weeks, although some photographers offer faster delivery.

How long does it take to receive wedding videos in Kenya?

Wedding videos generally take longer than photographs. A complete wedding video can take approximately 2–8 weeks, depending on the complexity of editing.

How soon can I receive wedding sneak peek photos?

Many photographers can provide sneak peeks within 24–72 hours, depending on their workflow.

Can I receive wedding photos within 24 hours?

Yes. Some photographers offer 24-hour or expedited delivery, usually for selected photographs or as a premium service.

How long does wedding photo editing take?

The time depends on the number of photographs, editing style, retouching requirements and photographer’s workflow. Complete wedding galleries can take several weeks.

How long does wedding video editing take?

Professional wedding video editing can take several weeks because footage from multiple cameras and audio sources must be organized, synchronized, edited, colour-graded and exported.

How long does a wedding highlight video take?

A wedding highlight can often be delivered within 1–4 weeks, depending on the editing requirements.

How long does a full wedding film take?

A full wedding film may take approximately 2–8 weeks, depending on the number of cameras, footage volume and editing complexity.

Can I request rush wedding photo delivery?

Yes. Some photographers offer rush or expedited editing for an additional fee or as part of premium packages.

Can I request rush wedding video delivery?

Yes. Ask your videographer about express editing before booking.

Can I receive same-day wedding photos?

Yes. Same-day wedding photography and editing can be arranged when the photographer provides a dedicated rapid-delivery workflow.

Can I receive a same-day wedding video?

A short same-day teaser or highlight may be possible. A complete professionally edited wedding film normally requires considerably more time.

How many wedding photos will I receive?

The number varies by package. Depending on coverage, couples may receive hundreds or more than 1,000 professionally edited photographs.

Are all wedding photos edited?

This depends on the photographer. Confirm whether the package includes all selected photographs professionally edited or only a specified number.

Does wedding photography include a photo album?

Some packages include printed albums, while others provide digital photographs only. Always check your package.

Does wedding videography include a highlight video?

Many wedding videography packages include a highlight film, but you should confirm its duration and delivery timeline.

Does wedding videography include the full ceremony?

Not necessarily. Some packages include the full ceremony while others provide only a cinematic highlight.

Does wedding videography include speeches?

Ask your videographer. Full speeches can require additional editing and audio work.

Does wedding videography include drone footage?

Drone coverage may be included in some packages or available as an optional add-on.

How long does it take to receive a wedding album?

A physical album can take several additional weeks after the photographs have been selected and the album design approved.

Can I get my wedding photos and videos faster?

Yes. Ask your photographer or videographer about expedited or rush delivery before booking.

How long does Janeson take to deliver wedding photos and videos?

Janeson focuses on fast post-production and delivery. The exact delivery timeline depends on the selected wedding photography and videography package and agreed deliverables.

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Final Answer: How Long Should You Expect to Wait?

If you are getting married in Kenya, a reasonable expectation is:

Sneak-peek photos: 24–72 hours

Edited wedding photos: 1–4 weeks

Wedding highlight video: 1–4 weeks

Full wedding video: 2–8 weeks

Wedding album: Several additional weeks

However, if fast delivery is one of your priorities, make sure you discuss it with your photographer and videographer before booking.

Do not simply ask:

“When will I get my photos?”

Instead ask:

“How many edited photographs will I receive, when will the sneak peek be delivered, when will the complete gallery be delivered, when will the wedding highlight be delivered, and when will I receive the full wedding film?”

That gives you a much clearer understanding of the service you are purchasing.

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Get Wedding Photography and Videography in Kenya from Janeson

Janeson provides professional wedding photography and wedding videography services in Kenya, with coverage designed to capture the complete story of your wedding day.

Our wedding photography and videography services can include:

• Wedding photography
• Wedding videography
• Cinematic wedding films
• Wedding highlight videos
• Full wedding films
• Drone photography and videography
• Multiple-camera coverage
• Professional audio recording
• Gimbal cinematography
• Professional photo editing
• Cinematic video editing
• Wedding photobooks
• Digital delivery

Whether you are planning a wedding in Nairobi, Karen, Runda, Westlands, Mombasa, Diani, Naivasha, Nanyuki, Maasai Mara or elsewhere in Kenya, you can discuss your required coverage and delivery timeline with the Janeson team.

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